Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt received a huge injury update update this week amid the team‘s postponed games.

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick provided a massive update on his defensive-minded forward Jarred Vanderbilt.  Redick said the forward participated in 5-

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick said Jarred Vanderbilt is close to returning but won't come back this week.

While Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt has been making positive progress in his rehab from a foot injury and subsequent surgery, he won't return soon.

Just hours after sending Jarred Vanderbilt down to the G League, the Los Angeles Lakers have recalled him back. This means Vanderbilt can practice with the team

Jarred Vanderbilt has not played for the LA Lakers since February 2024. The defensive ace dealt with injuries and had offseason surgeries on both feet, which delayed his return.

The Lakers still have LeBron James and Anthony Davis leading the charge, making them a threat in the Western Conference. However, it seems that the team will need to add more firepower if they want to seriously be considered as a title threat.

Prior to Los Angeles’ game against the Houston Rockets, head coach JJ Redick said Vanderbilt is ramping up his return to play process and is making real progress, via Dan Woike of L.A. Times: JJ Redick says Jarred Vanderbilt knee issue has dissipated has gone down and he’s ramping up for return to play. Said the progress is real.

Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt cleared for full-court contact, set for re-evaluation in one week as potential return from foot surgery nears.

The Los Angeles Lakers have been anxiously awaiting the return of Jarred Vanderbilt. Gabe Vincent weighed in on the experience.

Head coach JJ Redick said Monday that Vanderbilt (foot) won't return to the lineup this week, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports. While Redick notes Vanderbilt is progressing well and getting closer to returning from foot surgery,

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